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New France

New France is the area colonized by France between 1534 and 1763, covering large swathes of nowadays Canada and USA, down to Louisiana.

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What are the 2 main resources of new France?

  • COAL
  • Iron or iron ores
  • Bauxite
  • Uranium
  • Petroleum
  • Natural gas
  • Mineral water

Did New France flourish or fail?

the new France is now a sucessful colony....it became a sucessful colony the year of 1663...that answer should help you big time lols... =D

Did people in new France go to school?

It was basic because they did not have a lot of technology back then.

How did the fur trade affect relations between new Netherlands and new france?

The French and English were intractable enemies before, during, and after the North American fur trade caused friction between the world's superpowers. One might say, therefore, that it had no impact on the French - Engllish relationship. BUT, if we look at the microcosm of the St. Lawrence River (and environs) and upstate New York, we find a mercantile competition. The European powers had armed conflicts with the Indians, but as the Europeans settled along the St. Lawrence (plus approx 5 miles inland on each riverbank, the French argued that they had come for the furs and to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. This argument fell on sympathetic Indian ears. The French fur trader was called a coureur-de-bois -- woods runner -- and as an individual wanted the furs exclusively. The Jesuit priests tried mightily to convert the Indians, but were frustrated by the behavior of the coureur-de-bois who often kept squaws in each tribal village they conducted trade. It is true that the English settler wanted land. Though willing to pay for it, once bought, the settler wanted the Indian to move off. But England had an advantage in the fur trade... they paid higher prices than the French and had higher quality goods for trade. What were the Indians to do? Another factor to consider is Indian politics. The Iroquois (arguably the largest and fiercest forest fighters) didn't feel threatened by the French and therefore allied with them. There was a down side for the French to having the Iroquois nations as allies. Other New England tribes (e.g., Mohicans) felt threatened by the Iroquois and allied with the English solely for that reason -- hatred of their traditional enemy. Finally, the geography of North America played a role. The French settled along the inland rivers of the continent. Consider their settlement locations: New Orleans, St. Louis, Louisville, Detroit, Montreal, and Quebec. This is the natural result of inland waterways used to transport the furs to market. The colonists in Virginia were the match thrown into the North American powder keg. Virginia claimed that their colony stretched westward to the Pacific. Tracing your finger from Virginia westward you see why the French were alarmed by this claim as it cut their North American empire in half! War became not a question of IF, but WHEN. In summary, the fur trade impacted the relationship between the Europeans from the fierce competition for the overtrapped furs, territorial claims and intentions, and the Virginian claim that hastened armed conflict on the continent. But I truly believe the machinations in the royal courts in London and Paris, the European causes of the Seven Years War were at the heart of the conflict we call the French and Indian War.

What did the farmers do in new france?

The first farmers in New-France where settlers coming over from France. they were mostly men. But later on women called LES FILLES DU ROI came over. They were given a husband and they were to make children and work by they're side. That's the reason why the population of New-France was so low in the first year since they're were no women. the first farmers where called LES HABITANTS.

What did the habitants have to protect them?

What the habitants did for fun was lot's of storytelling and sometimes card games. They were really busy people so some didn't even have time for games. Although most habitant families had lots of children they all helped out some way or another. So basically they told stories to each other.

What is the different between new France and New England?

new France is located along the Great Lakes, missions were built, settled by fur traders and explorers, quebec grew slowly, and had a small population. new netherland was located along the Hudson river, settled by farmers, new Amsterdam grew quickly, and settlers from many countries and religious groups.

How long did it take for the filles du roi to get to new France?

The filles du roi were mainly orphans. They had little prospects in France. In contrast, the newly founded colony needed women to populate the new country. The king paid for the travel and a small dowry, and the fille du roi had the opportunity to start a new life and to found a family which she didn't have in the old country.

Who is the government in the first nations of new France?

Under Louis XIV's reign, the first new government formed in New France in 1663 though it had been inhabited by the French for a century. The problem was that there were only about 3,000 citizens living there. This government would last until 1763 when France ceded territories to Britain and Spain.

What clothes did the people of new France wear in the 1600'-1700's?

On a spring/summer/early fall, habitants wore pants that came up to their knees. They also wore wide brimmed hats. Common cloth/fabric used to make the clothing includes linen and cotton usually. Women in the family made most of the clothing for all the family members. Most women wore long skirts made of linen and cotton. Silk was rarely worn. It was only worn during holidays and festive days, such as a wedding day.

During the winter, habitants and their families wore snowshoes and coats made of animal fur, usually beaver. This idea was taken from the First Nations people. hats were very common fashion statements.

Why did European settlers come to new France?

water support,easy accessiblity for boats to come in and out for trade

When was the first school built in new France?

The first school in New France was established in 1635 by the Jesuits in Quebec City. It was primarily aimed at educating young boys, focusing on religious instruction and classical studies. This school marked the beginning of formal education in the region, laying the groundwork for future educational institutions in Canada.

Why did orphans go to new France?

Orphans in France had little opportunities and nobody for whom to stay home. Moving to a new country offered new prospects of earning a decent living and starting a new life.

Why did New France only have a few settlers?

Most French colonist were hunters and traders and never established permanent homes, they lacked self government and religious freedom (only Catholics were allowed)... Meaning many French (Huguenots, French Protestants) even went to other English colonies seeking refuge.. And since most of the people who went to America were seeking freedom and a different pace of life New France failed...

What were the womens chores in new France?

The women had to clean, cook and take care of children

Who were the black robes of new France?

The "Black Robes" of New France referred to the Jesuit missionaries who played a significant role in the French colonization of North America during the 17th and 18th centuries. Known for their distinctive black clerical attire, they sought to convert Indigenous peoples to Christianity and often engaged in cultural exchanges with native tribes. Their detailed writings about the Indigenous cultures and their experiences in the New World provide valuable historical insights. Despite facing numerous challenges, including resistance from some Indigenous groups and harsh living conditions, the Jesuits significantly impacted the religious landscape of the region.

Why was madeleine de vercheres important to new France?

Madeleine de Verchères was important to New France because of her heroic act the 27th October 1692.

The castle which she lived in was called "Fort de Verchères" which was always attacked by the Iroquois. That day they ambushed the people outside working by hiding in the bushes. One of them grabbed Madeleine by her scarf, but she took it off right away and went in the castle. She defended the castle during 8 days with only her brothers and sisters, a very old man (apparently LaViolette) and only two soldiers.

I wouldn't go any further but you can always check this site which describes it very well!

It's in french so if you don't understand it you can always check in Wikipedia also! I checked and it's pretty much the same!